The EPIC Rangitikei Rafting Trip and how it came to be… One of our long-term senior raft guides that many of you will know, Derek, came to us with an idea last Summer. Derek is an ‘ideas man’; while he is out on the river he is always thinking about [...]

When looking for a trip to book into this Summer, do something different. Pick an adventure out of your comfort zone, that will you teach you something new, that will transform you and leave you wanting more. Each and every multiday trip is totally one-of-a-kind and makes these adventures extra special for [...]

Our Journey to Ethical Meat Our journey to ethical meat is something that our kitchen and management staff came to an agreement on last year. We wanted to know where the meat we serve in the Lodge Restaurant comes from and how it was reared and treated. Furthermore, we wanted to [...]

Why are the Pigs so Happy? As part of our ever-growing quest to expand our permaculture practices at River Valley, we have moved the RV pigs to the top of the Valley. The reason? Chestnut trees. That’s right, they are feeding off the fallen chestnuts in this area for the next few weeks as an [...]